Operations Assistant Manager; Estate Department
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We're seeking for a suitable candidate to apply for Operations Assistant Manager position at the Estate Department, 188体育网址_188体育在线-【唯一授权网站】@ of Nottingham Malaysia (UNM).
The Operations Assistant Manager will be responsible for the effective management and operation of all civil, structural, and selected mechanical & electrical (M&E) maintenance services across the university campus, including plumbing, roofing, flooring, wall finishes, doors and locks, ceiling, painting, drainage systems, and related infrastructure. This includes oversight of both in-house technicians and outsourced service providers, ensuring that all work is completed to a high standard, on schedule, and in compliance with relevant regulations.
In addition to day-to-day maintenance management, this role contributes to planning and executing special and infrastructure projects, including upgrades, refurbishments, and improvement works.
Job Responsibilities:
- Team Leadership & Supervision - Lead and supervise in-house civil and structural maintenance teams and manage outsourced vendors.
- Compliance & Documentation - Ensure compliance with all local building codes, health and safety regulations, and environmental standards.
- Budgeting & Resource Management - Assist in preparing and managing operational budgets for civil and structural maintenance.
- Preventive and Corrective Maintenance - Implement preventive maintenance plans for civil and structural components such as roofing, floors, plumbing systems, locks, and doors.
- Work Orders & SLA Monitoring- Use MaintainX or other CMMS tools to manage work requests, schedule inspections, assign jobs, and monitor progress.
- Civil & Structural Services Management - Manage the maintenance and repair of plumbing systems, roofing, ceiling, walls, flooring, doors, locks, tiling, waterproofing, and structural features across campus buildings. additionally, lead maintenance of external infrastructure such as walkways, drains, curbs, fencing, and building facades.
- Project Management for Infrastructure Upgrades & Refurbishments - Lead in planning, execution, and handover of infrastructure projects such as building upgrades, refurbishment works, and civil improvement.
- Contract and Vendor Management - Manage contracts and performance of external service providers for civil maintenance and projects.
- Health, Safety & Environmental Management - Promote and enforce safe working practices in all maintenance and project activities.
Job Requirements:
- Degree in Electrical/Civil Engineering, Building Maintenance, Construction Management, or related discipline.
- Diploma holders with substantial work experience in a related field may also be considered.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in facility or infrastructure maintenance and project management.
- Experience in supervisory role and in managing civil maintenance and/or infrastructure projects.
- Strong knowledge of building systems, plumbing, roofing, waterproofing, flooring, and structural maintenance.
- Excellent project management skills including cost control, scheduling, and quality assurance.
- Proficient in using CMMS tools such as MaintainX.
- Good communication, negotiation, and contractor management skills.
- Hands-on, practical, and proactive leadership style.
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- High integrity, accountability, and ability to work under pressure.
- Availability for emergency response outside of regular working hours (evenings, weekends, or holidays).
Full Role Profile can be referred HERE.
Interested applicants may submit a Cover Letter and an updated Curriculum Vitae to Recruitment by 25th November 2025.
Ref No : Est - 251025 - 1